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We Syrians are like people in chains who have finally broken free. But the reality of liberation is not easy | Mona Rafea
We are confronted by new fears, and new sources of mourning. Despite it all, my city of Homs is in a state of joy. My friend called me crying. Homs was liberated, she said. My nerves were about to ...The Guardian - 9h -
Did 'What We Do in the Shadows' create a 'perfect' finale? We discuss
Times staff writer Tracy Brown and television editor Maira Garcia discuss the finale of FX's vampire comedy, favorite moments and what made the series so special.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Claressa Shields hopes to inspire people around the globe with harsh reality of 'The Fire Inside'
Shields believes the portrayal is incredibly accurate to her situation growing up in MichiganCBS Sports - 1d -
NFL Week 15: Five things we liked and didn't like, including rookie WRs take off, Will Levis' struggles
Plus, the Texans' defense lives up to its billingCBS Sports - 1d -
Eagles' Jalen Hurts confirms broken finger on left hand, admits injury impacted his play after having 3 TDs
Hurts admitted his finger is broken after Eagles' winCBS Sports - 2d -
'We just need peace': BBC speaks to Syrians watching Israel's incursion
As Israel unveils plans to expand its Golan Heights settlements, Syrians living nearby say they want an end to conflict.BBC News - 2d -
UnitedHealth Group CEO: 'We understand people's frustrations' with health
The chief executive officer of UnitedHealth Group, the parent company of UnitedHealthcare, penned a Friday op-ed in The New York Times acknowledging the frustrations of patients with the insurance ...The Hill - 4d -
A Half-Million People Are Waiting for Ffern, a Fragrance They Have Never Smelled
A half-million people are on the Ffern wait list hoping to do just that.The New York Times - 5d -
These are the Trump appointees who have faced legal troubles
President-elect Trump has named several people to his next administration who have faced legal troubles, including Trump himself who was convicted in a New York hush money case during his 2024 ...The Hill - 5d -
‘We need time’: Syrians in Europe resist calls to return home
Refugees in Germany and elsewhere are in ‘wait and see’ mode after fall of Assad regimeFinancial Times - 6d -
What comes next for Syria’s women? A revolution that doesn’t free them is no revolution at all | Mona Eltahawy
The women celebrating the destruction of jails and dungeons will now be wondering why their own oppression cannot also be dismantled. Thirteen years after they joined the revolutionary wave ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
How Many People Have Died in Syria’s Civil War?
The United Nations and human rights organizations have faced challenges in counting all those killed and missing in the conflict that began in March 2011.The New York Times - Dec. 11 -
How we met: ‘It was like love at first sight’
Lisa and Andrea, both 64, met in New Jersey 40 years ago. Despite living on different continents, they’ve been friends ever since. For Lisa, the 1980s were an incredibly fun decade. Living in ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
This woman has trained thousands of people to help others have a ‘good death’
It may be time to change the way we view — and plan for — deathMarketWatch - Dec. 11 -
Syrians hope to learn fate of lost loved ones after notorious prison liberated
Rebels liberated Syria's notorious Sednaya prison last week. Now, many have come looking for family members in a place where thousands have disappeared over the years. Elizabeth Palmer reports.CBS News - Dec. 10 -
Joe Burrow's house reportedly broken into during Bengals' win on MNF; latest NFL star to have home burglarized
Cincinnati defeated the Cowboys on Monday nightCBS Sports - Dec. 10 -
US seeks to balance backing Syrian people, protecting American interests: ANALYSIS
The Biden administration wants to avoid a power vacuum after the rebel takeover.ABC News - Dec. 10 -
Syrian rebels free prisoners from Assad's notorious dungeons who celebrate in Damascus streets
Tens of thousands of people held in Syria's notorious prisons have been freed in the 10 days since the insurgents began their lightning advance across the country that ended with the toppling of ...ABC News - Dec. 9 -
Hackers Claim to Have Stolen Data From Supply Chain Company Blue Yonder
After an attack in November, a ransomware group says it still has hundreds of gigabytes of confidential data and continues to make threats. It’s a harsh reminder to beef up your company’s ...Inc. - Dec. 9 -
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‘We will always be your people’: Wolff says emotional goodbye to Hamilton
Mercedes team principal hails historic partnership Verstappen learns punishment for swearing in Singapore Toto Wolff has bid Lewis Hamilton a heartfelt final farewell with what the Mercedes team ...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
Reports of people trapped underground at notorious Syrian prison
It is thought thousands of people could still be trapped in hidden parts of the notorious Saydnaya prison.BBC News - Dec. 9 -
Syrians Mourn All They Have Lost, Even as They Celebrate
Thoughts of loved ones dead or missing complicate joyous relief at the prospect of Bashar al-Assad’s losing power.The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
As Syrian Rebels Take Charge, Freeing Prisoners of Assad Is a Priority
Many people want to determine the fates of loved ones who disappeared into a notorious military prison that was a symbol of human rights abuses under President Bashar al-Assad.The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
Syrians Also Have Israel to Thank for Their Liberation
Israel’s actions diminished Assad’s ability to resist the rebels.The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
Who are the Syrian rebels that have toppled Assad and taken Damascus?
HTS, which has roots in al-Qaeda, is considered a terrorist group by the U.S.ABC News - Dec. 8 -
‘It feels like admin’: why are people falling out of love with dating apps?
About 1.4 million people have left online dating in the past year as experts say users see it as a chore rather than social activity. About 1.4 million people in the UK have left the online dating ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
Who are the Syrian rebels who have captured Damascus – explained in 30 seconds
The rebels are led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, or HTS, along with an umbrella group of Turkish-backed Syrian militias called the Syrian National Army. Live updates: Syrian rebels say they have ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
Syrian rebels enter Damascus: everything we know so far
The Syrian president, Bashar al-Assad, has reportedly left Syria after rebels completed a stunning advance on the capital. Live coverage: Syrian rebels say they have captured capital as Bashar ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
Syrian rebels say they have taken control of Homs
The city is strategically important to the government, which is also at risk of losing the capital, Damascus.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
What we learned about the money fueling the final stretch of the election
New campaign finance disclosures filed late Thursday and early Friday shed fresh light on how big money, big donors and big expectations shaped the final stretch of the 2024 presidential race. The ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
Review: Amy Adams plays a harried mom who unleashes her own liberation in 'Nightbitch'
Based on Rachel Yoder's surreal bestseller, director Marielle Heller's comedic adaptation has been slightly tamed, but is lifted by its star's feral commitment.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 6 -
Three and easy: which footballers have scored a hat-trick of penalties? | The Knowledge
Plus: players scoring the highest percentage of a club’s goals, ever increasing tallies of goals in scorelines and more. Mail us any of your questions and answers “Justin Kluivert scored a ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
People Who Excel at Conversation Always Do This, Says Stanford Communications Expert
Taking a few minutes for mental preparation can help you shine in any conversation.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
Canadian police say they shot a suspect who stabbed people in Vancouver
Police say a stabbing suspect is dead after being shot by police in the Canadian city of Vancouver in a convenience storeABC News - Dec. 4 -
Unknown flu-like disease kills at least 79 people in DR Congo
Authorities say those infected have symptoms including headaches, fever and a runny nose.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
17 Gifts for People Who Are Perpetually Cold (2024)
From tiny mugs to a backyard hot tub, these picks will make your loved ones feel warm and fuzzy—inside and out.Wired - Dec. 4 -
Bowman to Biden: 'Pardon the 40 people who are on death row'
Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-N.Y.) is urging President Biden to issue clemency to inmates on death row after the president signed a pardon for his son, Hunter, over the weekend. “Don‘t stop at Hunter ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
NFL Week 13: Five things we liked and didn't like, including Russell Wilson taking what's given to him
Wilson threw for 414 yards but didn't rely on deep shotsCBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
Who Are the Syrian Rebels Who Seized Aleppo?
The group now advancing, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, says it wants to replace the Assad government with one inspired by Islamic principles.The New York Times - Dec. 3
